Ep 28: Creating a To-Do List that Doesn't Depress You

The Career Woman's Secret Playbook Podcast - with Dr. Dawn

Hello Listeners! I'm thrilled to be here today to talk about a topic that affects ALL of us, no matter what stage we are in with our career OR our personal journey - the art of creating to-do lists that not only boost your productivity but uplifts your spirits, rather than sending you into a state of depression!

Now, before we take a deeper dive into this very important topic, if you are new here, I want to welcome you at the beginning of our episode and thank you for checking us out. Topics like the one we are talking about today is what we tackle together on this podcast and so if that sounds like you, YOU are in the right place.

Now, let’s first, let’s get to the Power of To-Do Lists - Let's start by recognizing the fundamental importance of to-do lists. They're like roadmaps that guide us through our tasks and responsibilities. However, how often have we found ourselves feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or even defeated when staring at a never-ending list of tasks? Today, I want to share some strategies that will transform your to-do lists into sources of inspiration and motivation.

Tip #1: Shift from Overwhelming to Empowering - the key to crafting a to-do list that doesn't depress you lies in shifting your mindset. Tip #2: The Magic of Prioritizing - one of the primary reasons to-do lists can be disheartening is the feeling that you'll never finish everything. Tip #3: Embrace Realism and Flexibility - it's easy to fall into the trap of overloading your to-do list, setting yourself up for disappointment. Tip #4: Celebrate Small Wins - no task is too small to celebrate. Tip #5: Incorporating Self-Care - your to-do list should prioritize more than just work-related tasks. Tip #6: The Joy of Progress Tracking - keep a separate section on your to-do list to track your progress. Seeing how far you've come can be incredibly motivating.

As we wrap up today's episode, I encourage you to approach your to-do lists with a fresh perspective. Remember, they're not meant to be stress-inducing documents but rather tools for your personal and professional growth!

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1. Episodes and Videos mentioned in today’s podcast!

• Never be Late Again: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_wzf5i55t8
• Stop Wasting Your Time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hThB5rseaWU
• The Secret to Making ANY Job your Dream Job: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReuFSH4vlE

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